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National Council

Advising Academic Excellence

The Valparaiso University College of Arts and Sciences National Council is composed of distinguished professionals who provide guidance to the dean and faculty. These members offer expert advice, leadership, and critical insights to help shape the college’s programs and mission. Meeting twice yearly, the Council also gives students valuable opportunities to engage with accomplished alumni and leaders in a range of fields.

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National Council

The Valparaiso University College of Arts and Sciences National Council is composed of women and men who are exceptional leaders in their fields. They provide the dean with expertise, advice, and useful critique about the college’s programs, mission, and direction. The National Council meets twice yearly, and Arts & Sciences students often have opportunities to meet these important alumni and leaders.

Hannah Birky ’18
Senior Finance Manager, JLL

Jason Greer ’96
Employee and Labor Relations Expert, GCI

Peter A. Hessler ’75 ’78 J.D. (Chair)
Partner, Wegman, Hessler & Vandenburg

Ronald Koepke ’70
Cardiologist, Retired

Harold J. Moellering ’65
Professor Emeritus Geography, Ohio State

Robert Pampel ’08
Associate Dean, Washington University

Frank Rodriguez ’13 J.D.
Partner, Rodriguez Law

Sandra J. Rosenthal ’87
Director, Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering

Beth Truett ’67
President and CEO, Oral Health America

Vanessa Vincente ’11
Associate Staff Scientist, The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Christine M. Zrinsky ’86
Executive Director, Millennium Park Foundation

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